Sport and Exercise Science Level 3 Foundation Diploma [Y1]

You can only apply for one course type on an application.

Applying for A-Levels and/or V-Levels? You can choose to study three A-Levels or create a mixed programme combining A-Levels with other qualifications, including the new V-Levels. You will select the courses from a list of relevant subjects when you apply.

Applying for T-Levels? T-Levels are full-time courses that allow you to focus on one subject.

Applying for Vocational courses? Our technical and professional vocational courses are full-time programmes focusing on one subject. You can apply for up to two courses in the same application.

We accept applications to more than one campus; however once you have attended an interview session and received an offer from us, you will need to confirm your first-choice course and the campus you want to study at.

This qualification consists of seven units, four mandatory units and one specialist units and has the academic equivalence of 1.5 A-Levels. The course units for study are; * Functional Anatomy – Examined (M) * Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology – Externally Assessed Task (M) * Field- and Laboratory-based Fitness Testing (M) * Sports Injury and Assessment * Specialised Fitness Training * Sports Massage * Technology in Sport and Exercise You will produce three assignments for each optional unit. Optional units are subject to change in order to meet changes in the workplace.

This qualification consists of seven units, four mandatory units and one specialist units and has the academic equivalence of 1.5 A-Levels. The course units for study are; * Functional Anatomy – Examined (M) * Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology – Externally Assessed Task (M) * Field- and Laboratory-based Fitness Testing (M) * Sports Injury and Assessment * Specialised Fitness Training * Sports Massage * Technology in Sport and Exercise You will produce three assignments for each optional unit. Optional units are subject to change in order to meet changes in the workplace.

You will be assessed on a continuous assessment basis with assignments at specific times throughout the year. Assessment methods include essay writing, presentations and practical observations or performance. External assessments include exams and seen case studies.

Minimum five grade 4-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 2 course, and English Language, maths and science at grade 4.

Upon successful completion of year 1, students can progress in to the second year which is worth an additional 1.5 A-levels. After achieving the 3 A-level equivalent after two years, students will be able to progress on to University should they wish to pursue a career in Sports Science, or alternatively on to employment within sports coaching.